Sometimes it’s the light above that makes the love below shine even brighter. This night brought together the perfect blend of creativity, collaboration, and technical expertise to create a statement-making hanging dance floor installation at this industrial wedding venue.
Everybody was over the moon, and it's easy to see why.
Few things pair better in wedding design than the industrial vibes of a place like Tenk West Bank and lush, elegant florals, greenery, and lighting.
When you reflect on those two very different things, it makes perfect sense for a wedding: One element to represent softness, love, and joy, and another to represent commitment, strength, and longevity.
For this event, we were brought onto the team by the always-talented Nora Culley Tuck of Engaged with Nora. Mia and John had a vision for their night, and Nora was planning a statement-making installation as the centerpiece.
Together with Nora and Kristin Brewster of Merkel's Flower Studio, a design emerged for a breathtaking combo of chandeliers + florals, suspended in a pattern above the dance floor.
For this custom lighting concept, we selected two different sizes of our crystal globe chandeliers, 16” and 20”, to complement the pink roses, white wisteria, ivy, greenery, and more from Merkel’s.
This collaboration required meticulous planning and execution, particularly when it came to the installation process. Our team provided the necessary rigging, cabling, and lighting to ensure the chandeliers and floral arrangements were perfectly (and safely) positioned.
While the chandeliers and florals were the stars of the show, it was the "unsexy" aspects of rigging, lighting, and cabling that made it all possible.
The rigging process at Tenk presented unique challenges due to the venue's wooden beam structure. Unlike steel structures, wood requires careful selection of rigging points to ensure safety and stability. SSE utilized a lift capable of reaching 26 feet, exceeding the standard 20-foot lift, to access the necessary rigging points.
The installation process involved a three-step approach:
This meticulous process ensured that the final display was both visually stunning and structurally sound.
Safety is a top priority for SSE, and all technicians involved in the rigging process are lift-certified and fully insured. This certification ensures that the team can operate safely within the venue, minimizing any potential risks.
The technical aspects of event planning may not always be visible, but they are crucial to creating a seamless and unforgettable experience.
As the evening unfolded, the couple and their guests danced beneath this stunning display, their laughter echoing through the venue. The chandeliers and florals not only illuminated the space but also tied the entire room together, creating a cohesive and enchanting atmosphere.
Custom lighting like this can transform a space, setting the mood for a romantic first dance, elevating the meal with a warm glow, and giving guests an atmosphere they’ll never forget. Couples we work with use lighting not just to brighten a room, but to tell their story in a way that feels personal and unforgettable.
For those interested in creating their own unforgettable event, we invite you to contact Selective Sound Events. Our team of experienced professionals is ready to bring your vision to life with creativity, precision, and always a touch of magic.
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